Analyst / Consultant

Futuressport; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Futures Sport & Entertainment in London is seeking an Analyst / Consultant to join our data-driven team focused on media and sponsorship analytics. You will work with leading clients, own both client and internal workstreams, and contribute to shaping analytical approaches as part of a collaborative, hybrid-friendly culture.

You’ll analyse TV viewership, sponsorship valuation, and consumer research, deliver bespoke commercial insights, and help develop our research, software and tools while

Qualifications

• 2+ years in research, data analysis, consulting or sports business.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with coding/data science tools (SQL, Python) is desirable.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Work across TV viewership, sponsorship valuation, and consumer research projects.
• Own client and internal workstreams and deliver bespoke insights.
• Analyze and interpret complex datasets to inform recommendations.
• Create client reports and presentations.
• Collaborate with senior team members and high-profile clients from day one.
• Help shape analytical approaches and tools and contribute to research software.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Excel

PowerPoint

Verbal and written communication

Project management

SQL/Python basics

Sports business knowledge

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

SQL

Python

Power BI

R

Job description

Location London, 135 Bishopsgate, 5th Floor, EC2M 3TP

Join the Future of Sports and Entertainment – Analyst / Consultant Position

Come and join us at Futures where we use data-driven insights to empower and unlock success for our clients. With offices spanning London, New York, and Sydney, we are global pioneers in sport business research and consulting. Our mission is to empower leading domestic and international sports leagues, teams, and brands to maximize their investments and better serve their fans. We achieve this through exceptional client service and the delivery of unparalleled commercial insights, meticulously tailored to meet our clients' unique needs.

We are looking for an Analyst / Consultant to join Futures. In this role, you will be working with our leading clients and focusing on media and sponsorship analytics. You will take ownership of both client and internal workstreams, contribute to shaping analytical approaches, act as a point of support within project teams and line manage junior colleagues.

Futures is more than just a workplace. We believe in nurturing talent, and our track record speaks for itself, with countless employees rising through the ranks, including those within our current Senior Management team. Progression is supported through structured training, dedicated time for personal learning and development, and a collaborative team environment. But that's not all – we believe in maintaining a vibrant work culture, offering regular team-building days, social activities and a flexible hybrid working model. Plus, our benefits package is second to none.

Key responsibilities

• Working across TV viewership, sponsorship valuation and consumer research projects
• Immersing yourself in the world of sport, data and business to add value to the team and our clients
• Managing, analysing and interpreting complex datasets
• Delivering bespoke commercial insights to our clients through data interpretation
• Contributing to the creation of client reports and presentations
• Generating new and innovative ideas which add value to our team and our clients
• Collaborating with senior team members and high-profile clients from day one to provide solutions and insight, as well as aid in the development of our research, software and tools
• Acting as a point of contact for clients on projects, managing expectations and building trusted relationships

What we are looking for

While you don't need to tick every box, we are looking for people that combine the skills and experience below with genuine passion, energy, and a commitment to driving value for our team and our clients.

• 2+ years of relevant research, data analysis, management consulting and/or sports business experience
• Passion for sports and knowledge of the sports business industry
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organisational skills, time management, and attention to detail
• Experience managing projects, suppliers and colleagues
• Experience with coding and data science software is desirable (e.g., SQL, Python)
• Experience with AI technologies (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Notebook LM)

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Futures Sport & Entertainment is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law.

135 Bishopsgate, 5th Floor, London, EC2M 3TP